☣️ UN 1287 • CLASS 3
Rubber solution
Placard: Flammable. Training/quick-reference only — use current ERG + SOP/SOG for incident-specific actions.
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⚠️ This page is a quick-reference aid. For real incidents: stage upwind, isolate, deny entry, request Hazmat early, and consult the current ERG + SOP/SOG.
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UN 1287
Class: 3
Placard type: Flammable
ERG: Guide 127 (check current ERG)
Isolation: ERG 127: Initial isolation 50m in all directions. Spill: evacuate 300m downwind. Large fire: evacuate 800m radius.
Chemical & Response Details
| Also known as | Rubber cementRubber adhesiveElastomer solutionLatex cement solution |
| Appearance | Clear to amber viscous liquid with a characteristic solvent odor. Contains natural or synthetic rubber dissolved in flammable solvents such as hexane, heptane, or petroleum naphtha. |
| Flash Point | -18C to 7C (0F to 45F) depending on solvent composition |
| Boiling Point | 60C to 120C (140F to 248F) depending on solvent mixture |
| Vapor Density | 3.0 to 4.0 (heavier than air, vapors will accumulate in low areas) |
| Water Reactivity | No significant reaction with water, but insoluble. Product will float on water surface. |
| Extinguishing | Alcohol-resistant foam (AR-AFFF), dry chemical, CO2. Regular foam may be ineffective due to solvent content. |
| PPE | ⚠️ Level B minimum with SCBA required in enclosed spaces or high vapor concentrations. Chemical-resistant gloves and suit. Ensure adequate ventilation. |
| Isolation | ERG 127: Initial isolation 50m in all directions. Spill: evacuate 300m downwind. Large fire: evacuate 800m radius. |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Common hazards (high level)
- HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: Will be easily ignited by heat, sparks or flames.
- Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air.
- Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back.
- Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along the ground and collect in low or confined areas
- Vapor explosion hazard indoors, outdoors or in sewers.
- Those substances designated with a (P) may polymerize explosively when heated or involved in a fire.
- Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard.
- Containers may explode when heated.
First actions (field-minded)
- CALL 911. Then call emergency response telephone number on shipping paper. If shipping paper
- Keep unauthorized personnel away.
- Stay upwind, uphill and/or upstream.
- Ventilate closed spaces before entering, but only if properly trained and equipped.
- Isolate spill or leak area for at least 50 meters (150 feet) in all directions.
- Consider initial downwind evacuation for at least 300 meters (1000 feet).
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UN 1287 — Rubber solution HAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 1287
Product: Rubber solution
Class 3 / Flammable / ERG 127
PPE: Level B minimum with SCBA required in enclosed spaces or high vapor concentrations. Chemical-resistant gloves and suit. Ensure adequate ventilation.
ISOLATION: ERG 127: Initial isolation 50m in all directions. Spill: evacuate 300m downwind. Large fire: evacuate 800m radius.
ACTION: Stage upwind · Isolate · Deny entry · Request HazmatRADIO
Use for: Quick radio or face-to-face size-up. Short, structured, field-ready.
=== IC HAZMAT BRIEFING ===
UN 1287 — Rubber solution
Class: 3 | Placard: Flammable | ERG Guide: 127
Appearance: Clear to amber viscous liquid with a characteristic solvent odor. Contains natural or synthetic rubber dissolved in flammable solvents such as hexane, heptane, or petroleum naphtha.
Water Reactivity: No significant reaction with water, but insoluble. Product will float on water surface.
Extinguishing: Alcohol-resistant foam (AR-AFFF), dry chemical, CO2. Regular foam may be ineffective due to solvent content.
PPE: Level B minimum with SCBA required in enclosed spaces or high vapor concentrations. Chemical-resistant gloves and suit. Ensure adequate ventilation.
Isolation: ERG 127: Initial isolation 50m in all directions. Spill: evacuate 300m downwind. Large fire: evacuate 800m radius.
— Key Hazards —
• HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: Will be easily ignited by heat, sparks or flames.
• Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air.
• Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back.
— First Actions —
• CALL 911. Then call emergency response telephone number on shipping paper. If shipping paper
• Keep unauthorized personnel away.
• Stay upwind, uphill and/or upstream.
• Ventilate closed spaces before entering, but only if properly trained and equipped.
SOURCE: allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/1287 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.
UN1287 Rubber solution Cls3 ERG127 | ERG 127: Initial isolation 50m in all directions. Spill: evacuate 300m downwind. | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/1287SMS / 160 CHAR
Use for: Quick text to command or incoming units. Fits in a single SMS. Includes link to full page.
⚠️ Quick-reference only. Always use current ERG + SOP/SOG for incident-specific actions. Page: https://allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/1287
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FAQ
HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: Will be easily ignited by heat, sparks or flames. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along the ground and collect in low or confined areas Vapor explosion hazard indoors, outdoors or in sewers. Those substances designated with a (P) may polymerize explosively when heated or involved in a fire. Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard. Containers may explode when heated.
CALL 911. Then call emergency response telephone number on shipping paper. If shipping paper Keep unauthorized personnel away. Stay upwind, uphill and/or upstream.
Level B minimum with SCBA required in enclosed spaces or high vapor concentrations. Chemical-resistant gloves and suit. Ensure adequate ventilation.
No. This is a training/quick-reference aid only. Always consult the current ERG Guide 127 and your department SOP/SOG for incident-specific protective actions.
Sources (high level): DOT/PHMSA marking & class concepts + ERG usage principles. This page does not reproduce ERG guide text—always consult the current ERG for incident-specific protective actions.